22 Apr 1957
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1957
Page
1
Egypt's semi official Middle East News Agency claimed Iraqi forces moved into Jordan opposite Syrian troops, a charge Iraq denied. The agency also reported Syria's President Shukri El Kuwatli warned King Hussein over the risk of a clash.
Hoffa and co defendant Hyman Fischbach asked for dismissal of bribery and conspiracy charges alleging improper prosecutor conduct and hostile publicity. They seek grand jury minutes access and to photograph arrest papers. Trial is tentatively set for May 27 with Cheasty expected as key government witness.
The Egyptian agency reported Kw Watli urged Hussein to back a pro Western stance while George M. Humphrey’s role in mid east affairs sparked cabinet intrigue. Dispatches described Jordan’s tense atmosphere and open fighting possibilities. White House officials denied plans for Humphrey to leave Washington despite reports.
Partly cloudy and cooler today and tonight with a high of 60 to 65 and a low of 45 to 50. Tuesday remains mostly cloudy and warmer. Sunday’s temperature range 58 to 68 with trace precipitation in the last 24 hours. Humidity near 60 percent through the day. sunrise at 5 37 a.m. and sunset around 7 15 p.m.
Severe storms with hail and possible tornadoes forecast for today from Findlay Ohio to Champaign Illinois, covering Hancock and nearby counties. Conditions include unsettled skies, with winds shifting from northwest to southeast and partly cloudy conditions across the affected region.
A 12 year old Sheffield Lake boy, George Bates, drowned when an eight foot boat capsized in Lake Erie near Stop 69 Avon Lake. Two companions, Edward Holley Jr. and William Tippie both 14, were rescued by Russell J. Boise, 40, who helped lash one boy to his boat and brought them to shore despite strong northwest winds.
Akron fire crews battled a blaze that destroyed a warehouse and four storage sheds in the Lam lvital area on Sunday night. Police reported two youths confronted Oliver Fraser demanding money after a man was shot earlier that day. a witness said the youths fled on foot after the owner refused to hand over cash. The inferno prompted responses from twelve fire companies, who worked about two hours to subdue the flames. Temperatures in the region were set to rise through Tuesday and Wednesday with a near inch of expected precipitation in showers.
A cluster of tornadoes roared across the south plains of Texas Sunday night injuring more than 30 people and causing heavy damage. Unidentified victims, including a Mexican national in Levelland hospital, were listed as severely hurt with several others in serious condition. Multiple towns including Levelland, Littlefield, Shallowater saw destruction as authorities warned the toll could rise. Nearby, the Mayflower sailed from Plymouth amid reports of shifting winds and storm impacts.
EL CENTRO Calif UP The recently purchased home of Mark McClellan was condemned by the city building inspector s office because it was falling apart McClellan is Imperial County building inspector.
Richard A. Clark age 22 son of former Elyrians Mr and Mrs W N Clark drowned in a stone quarry at Oceola near Bucyrus after a motorboat capsized in a failed sharp turn. His companion Jay Heath aged 24 attempted to drag him to shore following the accident.
A United States Steel executive will speak at the American Opportunity Week dinner in Elyria. The article mentions local figures and events including a rescue attempt at quarry banks, a drowning victim, and funeral arrangements for Mrs Juanita Clark with services set at Wis Funeral Home in Bucyrus. The piece weaves through multiple social and local events as recorded.
Senator Harry Byrd argues Eisenhower’s proposed reductions are insufficient and pushes for a $6.5 billion slash. He asserts current cuts leave $140 billion available for the next fiscal year, amid Congress budget fever and a letter exchange with Speaker Sam Rayburn.
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles, addressing the AP luncheon in New York, said pressures for liberty rise within the Soviet Union but the United States does not seek to encircle Russia with hostile forces. He urged peaceful evolution to freedom and defended deterrence with sufficient land, sea, and air power.
Moscow reports cautious optimism in London disarmament talks with Western powers. Russia released notes proposing a four power declaration renouncing force in Middle East disputes. Deputy Foreign Minister Valerian A. Zorin's return from London signals possible acceptance of Western disarmament ideas with potential modifications.
President Eisenhower summoned Harold E. Stassen to the vacation White House at Augusta to receive a first hand briefing on the stalled London disarmament negotiations. Dulles’ foreign policy speech in New York received White House approval as Stassen would report back Tuesday after meeting the President.
In 1773 George Washington sells 20000 acres of Ohio land via Classified ads as Chronicle Telegram Want Ads touts wide readership. The notice urges readers that almost any item can be sold through ads and offers ad-writing help at dial 4751.
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